The OSPREY is the vessel that started Dolphin Watch Cruises out of Murrells Inlet, SC. She is a custom built vessel and the only on of its kind on the East Coast. With full 360 degree views the OSPREY offer an unmatched Dolphin Watching experience. she has inside cushioned outward facing bend seating as well as the ONLY boat where if you are feeling adventurous you can actually sit on the side tubes, the BEST DOLPHIN CRUISE seat in Myrtle Beach.
We have the safest Dolphin Watch Cruise boats! Every year, our vessel is rigorously inspected and approved by the United States Coast Guard. Our boat is equipped with life jackets, and all the safety gear required by the USCG plus more.
Blue Wave Adventures is a great time for families! We are the ONLY Dolphin Watch Cruise in Myrtle Beach with 360-degree views. Smaller groups, the OSPREY takes 15 passengers so you are able to see and not clamoring are 150 people trying to get a glimpse of the wildlife. *For your safety, children under age 3 & expecting mothers not recommended for this trip
Yes! Safety is paramount. She is a US Coast Guard Inspected vessel. We must pass various annual and bi-annual safety inspections conducted and certified by their safety officers. In addition to that the boat is always under command by a licensed Captain with a 50 to 100 ton Masters rating. Every crew member holds a current Red Cross 1st aid and cpr certificate as well as membership in a random drug testing consortium. For their safety and comfort we do not take children under the age of three or those that are pregnant.
The OSPRYE is a state of the art 30 foot custom built and designed Rigid Hull Inflatable or more commonly known as an RHI. It was designed by ALMAR and built here in the U.S.A. This is not your average tour boat!
Unlike other boats in the Myrtle Beach South Carolina are, our dolphin watch boat was specifically designed and built for what we do. Dolphin watching. This is not a converted dive boat or giant offshore fishing vessel with limited viewing opportunities. We designed this vessel from the keel up with the passenger in mind. Every seat has a 360-degree view of the surroundings. No cabin or wheelhouse blocking your view.